BMW E30 Suspension Bushings & Mounts

Suspension mounts are designed to absorb the energy of the shocks and springs and isolate road harshness from the chassis. But over time the original rubber mounts will crumble and fail. We have stock mounts and bushings as well as a wide selection of upgraded and heavier-duty for performance street cars. We also offer a full selection of race only bushings and mounts. Simply choose your car below. Included here you will find rear shock tower mounts, front strut mounts, subframe mounts, lower control arm bushings, rear trailing arm bushings, and more.

This package of mounts includes the front and rear mounts that should also be installed when replacing your struts and shocks. Don't overlook your rubber suspension mounts as they wear out just as fast (or faster) as the shocks themselves. Installing these new mounts does not take any additional time, effort, or special tools. These are direct replacements for the mounts already on the car.

We offer three varieties of the rear shock mounts - OEM, Repair Shop, and HP alum-rubber. We recommend either the Repair Shop or HP mounts because the stock OEM design has a flaw that can lead to premature failure of the mounts. The Repair Shop and HP mounts use a different design that will last longer and the Repair Shop mounts also have a lifetime warranty!

There are a lot of enthusiasts still committed to the E30 3-series. For these owners, giving up their 318, 325, or M3 is out of the question. We've tried to make it harder for them to part with their cars by developing reinforcements for common weak areas of the E30 chassis. With these pieces, you can prevent a costly repair or total failure that could cost you lots of money. These are a must-have for any E30 restoration (yes, restoration is the right word these days) or even during normal suspension work. Included in this package are reinforcements for:

For convenience, we have assembled this bushing carrier bracket kit, to save you time when changing our control arm bushings. It includes two bushing carriers (one left, one right) and mounting bolts. Having a spare set means you can get your new bushings pre-installed and ready to go on the car (perhaps as a race/track spare?) without having to remove your current brackets and take them to the shop to press out of the old bushing and press the new ones in.

These are the direct replacement front control arm bushings for the E30 325iX 1987-1991. Any time the control arms are replaced you should also change out the bushings to maintain suspension performance. You also don't want to have to go back and replace the bushings too soon.

Rubber control arm bushings are designed to flex and absorb energy. That’s fine on a streetcar but on an all-out racing machine you want your alignment to stay constant. We have picked Delrin for this application due to its high rigidity and low coefficient of friction allowing for minimal suspension bushing deflection (geometry change) but decreasing bushing windup or drag (friction). They are not recommended for street-use but highly-recommended for track cars. They will work on all E30, E36, and Z3 models. Stainless steel set screws included.

For convenience, we carry spare bushing carrier brackets (part# TSU9995PB3, see illustation above) and can pre-install your bushings into the carriers, if you choose. This will save you from needing specialty tools (including a hydraulic press, drills, and taps) and will allow you (or your mechanic) to perform the install much quicker. If you'd like to purchase the carriers, be sure to select that option with the drop-down menu below.

Anytime that you replace your front control arms (which should be often), you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it’s hard to tell if you’re bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed when removed. These bushings have the hole in the center and came standard on the 318i/325i.

For convenience, we carry spare bushing carrier brackets (part# TSU9995PB3, see illustation above) and can pre-install your bushings into the carriers, if you choose. This will save you from needing a hydraulic press and will allow you (or your mechanic) to perform the install much quicker (sorry, no returns accepted on pre-assembly labor fee, please).

Anytime that you replace your front control arms you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it’s hard to tell if you’re bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed when removed. These are the control arm bushings from the 1996-1999 E36 M3 and have the hole in the center.

These are the stock bushings bushings from the 1996-99 E36 M3 and MZ3 but are a great upgrade for any E30 - 318/325, E36 - 325/323/328, and Z3 -1.9, 2.3, 2.5, 2.8, 3.0. They have more rubber than the non-M stock bushings. We have found the increased volume of rubber helps the bushings last longer and have better steering response due to less deflection of the bushing. These bushings can actually help reduce vibrations produced by the mass of larger wheels or brakes.

For convenience, we carry spare bushing carrier brackets (part# TSU9995PB3, see illustation above) and can pre-install your bushings into the carriers, if you choose. This will save you from needing a hydraulic press and will allow you (or your mechanic) to perform the install much quicker. This is especially useful if you want to have a set of race or track spares, ready to go. If you'd like to purchase the carriers, be sure to select that option with the drop-down menu below (sorry, no returns accepted on pre-assembly labor fee, please).

These bushings have the hole off-center to give your car a little more track, caster, and camber. This style came as standard equipment on E30 M3s (8/89-later) and 1995 E36 M3 but will work with any E30, E36, Z3.

Rubber control arm bushings are designed to flex and absorb energy. That’s fine on a streetcar but on an all-out racing machine you want your alignment to stay constant. We have picked Delrin for this application doe to its high rigidity and low coefficient of friction allowing for minimal suspension bushing deflection (geometry change) but decreasing bushing windup or drag (friction). They are not recommended for street-use but highly-recommended for track cars. They will work on all E30, E36, and Z3 models. Stainless steel set screws included.

For convenience, we carry spare bushing carrier brackets (part# TSU9995PB3, see illustation above) and can pre-install your bushings into the carriers, if you choose. This will save you from needing specialty tools (including a hydraulic press, drills, and taps) and will allow you (or your mechanic) to perform the install much quicker (sorry, no returns accepted on pre-assembly labor fee, please). If you'd like to purchase the carriers, be sure to select that option with the drop-down menu below (sorry, no returns accepted on pre-assembly labor fee, please).

Anytime that you replace your front control arms (which should be often), you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it’s hard to tell if you’re bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed when removed. These bushings have the hole off-center to give your car a little more track, caster, and camber. They are a solid rubber bushing that is great for the street. These came as standard equipment on E30 M3s (8/89-later) and 1995 E36 M3s.

For convenience, we carry spare bushing carrier brackets (part# TSU9995PB3, see illustation above) and can pre-install your bushings into the carriers, if you choose. This will save you from needing a hydraulic press and will allow you (or your mechanic) to perform the install much quicker. This is especially useful if you want to have a set of race or track spares, ready to go. If you'd like to purchase the carriers, be sure to select that option with the drop-down menu below (sorry, no returns accepted on pre-assembly labor fee, please).

Anytime that you replace your front control arms (which should be often), you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it’s hard to tell if you’re bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed anyway when removed. These bushings are made in Germany and include the control arm bushing bracket which saves an enormous amount of time and work pressing bushings out/in. These are the standard front control arm bushings with the alignment hole in the center. Mounting bolts included (10.9 grade steel).

Anytime that you replace your front control arms (which should be often), you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it’s hard to tell if you’re bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed anyway when removed. These bushings are made in Germany and include the control arm bushing bracket which saves an enormous amount of time and work pressing bushings out/in. These are the standard front control arm bushings with the alignment hole in the center.

The strut mount (or guide support) locate the front strut to the chassis of the car. They are a very durable rubber meant to absorb vibration and imapcts from bumps, potholes, etc. There is also a bearing inside that allows the strut shaft to turn independent of the rest of the suspension. Therefore, the front strut mount is a very critical piece on the E30 suspension. These mounts generally last 100,000 miles or more but it would be a good idea to change them with every strut replacement. This mount is specific to the 325iX 4WD.

This Genuine BMW upper strut mount is "offset" and adds more negative camber (or removes camber if installed in reverse) to the front of your E30, E24, or E28. These are a must for any track/autocross-driven BMW because they decrease understeer! Note that more negative camber will increase inner tire wear so offset mounts are generally recommended only for track cars. A legal upgrade in many racing classes. Sold individually.

The upper strut mount provides a locating point for the top of the front struts. It contains a rubber-isolated bearing that allows the strut shaft to move independently from the rest of the suspension - a critical component for the suspension to be quiet and effective. The rubber also absorbs vibrations and impact harshness, helping to keep unwanted noise and harshness from reaching the steering wheel. These are the mounts with the standard - not offset - alignment.

This rear differential mount is made from near-solid Delrin plastic and is a direct replacement upgrade from the stock rubber piece. The Delrin material has almost no flex to it, which results in better response, more feedback, and more power transferred to the wheels. Because the diff on these cars acts as a 'stressed' part of the rear suspension, we only advise using this solid mount with our Turner Solid Aluminum Subframe Mounts. This part is legal in many racing classes.

This is a BMW shock mount, originally used on the E30 convertible models. Why E30? Because we have tried them all and the E30 cabrio mounts seem to hold up the best. However, all OEM rubber shock mounts will fail - it's just a matter of time. They'll even fail with a stock suspension but even quicker with modified suspensions. These E30 mounts are a little better than the originals. For even greater strength upgrade to the 'Repair Shop' or the aluminum mounts. Priced per pair.

These are the best rear shock mounts that we have found for the E30, E36, E46, Z3 & E85 Z4! Featuring CNC-machined billet aluminum mounting base with a replaceable urethane bushing (replacement bushings are just $15 and are changed in minutes!). These mounts are excellent for either street or track because of their low NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness). Plus, the superior design will far outlast the life of stock mounts - maybe even the car itself. You'll never think twice about your shock mounts again! These shock mounts are a direct replacement of the stock mounts so they fit all shocks with the BMW-standard 10mm shock shaft, including all factory and OEM shocks (Boge, Sachs, etc), H&R coil overs, Bilstein shocks and PSS, PSS9, PSS10 coil overs (except the B16 Ride Control Kit). This is sold as a package with new shock mount gaskets, washers, and Nyloc nuts.

These rear shock mounts are specifically for use with rear shocks with a 12mm shaft, such as some Koni shocks. They feature anodized aluminum and a heavy duty rubber bushing. Note that the Bilstein Ride-Control B16 kit uses a 12mm shaft (that kit is different than the Bilstein PSS9/PSS10 kits, which use the BMW-standard 10mm shaft).

These are the factory standard rear shock mounts used on E36 cars. They can also be used on all other E30, E46, Z3, and Z4 models, including M cars. These mounts are a low-cost replacement mount with the same original design as the stock mounts for your car. As a replacement mount they function the exact same as the originals. The original design has proven to be problematic in the past, especially on lowered cars or with cars that see a lot of track use. If you're modifying the suspension for stiffness or lowering, or plan to autocross or track your car we very strongly recommend a different shock mount (such as the HP Aluminum/Rubber mounts, listed here). Otherwise, these are a direct replacement for the stock mount, from a high quality OEM supplier, at a very attractive price.

The rear mounts in BMW 3 series fail, no matter what year from 1983 to present, that is a weak point of the suspension. Here's the solution. The 3 Series "Repair Shop" Rear Shock Mounts carry a lifetime warranty and will last as long as you own your car. Expect the same comfortable ride you have with factory mounts. These are an inexpensive alternative to expensive factory mounts.

Make this complete by adding the mount gasket and nuts (add the option below).

If you're installing a rear shock on your E30/E36/E46/Z3/Z4 that utilizes a Spherical Bearing or Rod-End, commonly referred to as an ‘eye mount’, and used with racing shocks/dampers, this is the upper rear mounts needed to attach your shock to the chassis. The mount is machined out of aircraft grade aluminum with a high quality coating and premium hardware. Note: 2 Bushing kits are included for common eyelet bearings; see chart for sizes. If you do not see the bushing kit you need, give us a call and have our in-house machine shop build you custom bushings.

Our Racing Rear Lower Shock Mount is machined out of aircraft grade aluminum. We include both the TSU9007B15 and TSU9007B50 bushing kits with this package. (see chart for included bushing sizes).

Want the Ultimate design in a rear shock tower mount? You've found it. These rear shock mounts are designed for use on the track and racing. This set of mounts will help your rear shocks perform the best they can in those conditions. The advantage to using a mount with spherical bearing is that it allows the shock to freely move off axis without side loading the shock shaft like rubber or polyurethane mounts do. Side loading a shock increases stiction and wear which decreases its efficiency. Because these are mounts without an isolator (rubber or polyurethane) to dampen road noise and vibrations we do not recommend them for street cars. These were designed in-house and developed for our own track and race cars.

These TMS bearing mounts include both 10mm and 12mm stainless steel bearing sleeves to work with a wide variety of shock shaft pins. The pin is the upper-most portion of the shock where it passes through the mount. If you need a bearing sleeve size other then 10mm or 12mm please contact us.

This is the rear spring pad it can be used as an upper spring pad on some cars and a lower spring pad on others.. It is a good idea to replace spring pads while replacing shocks or springs. Sold Individually.

E30 rear subframe mounts are notorious for going bad. When they do, the subframe will move around and making a very annoying clunking sound and causing the rear end of the car to become unstable. A loose subframe also plays havoc with your suspension's alignment and settings. These Genuine BMW Motorsport Group N mounts are made of stiffer rubber have less flex in them for better suspension alignment and tighter feel. May increase roadnoise slightly if used on a street car. These are legal in many racing classes. Price for 1 pair of mounts.

The E30 rear subframe is held into the chassis by two bolts going through these rubber mounts. A lot of suspension motion, chassis flex, and driveline torque has to go through these two points, which makes them notorious for failure. When they do, the subframe will move around, playing havoc with your suspension's alignment and settings and making a very annoying clunk. These are direct replacement rubber mounts, sold as a pair.

A BMW’s subframe is the heart of the rear suspension. The differential is part of the subframe, as it is a stress member system. When the subframe moves, so do all of the rear suspension mounting points. Replacing the stock rubber subframe bushings with solid aluminum will limit drivetrain and suspension movement and keep your car’s suspension geometry the way it’s supposed to be. The Delrin diff mount bushing is a near-solid mount that will last longer than the original rubber and does not 'wind up' under load/unload. This transfers more power through the axles to the wheels. The Turner Motorsport E30 solid subframe and differential mount bushing kit is a direct replacement for the stock BMW subframe mounts and differential bushing. We have incorporated ideas from our other race style solid bushings not only make these very light weight but also to be fully serviceable and removable in the case of subframe or diff cover replacement. This kit is a legal upgrade in many racing classes.

We also sell the Solid Differential mount and Subframe Mounts separately, for those that may already have one of the products or if you desire spares for fast installation. A common example is if you have two differentials with covers, and want to make fast gearing changes at the track.

The bushings in the Aluminum Rear Shock Tower Mounts (#JTD909) and the Repair Shop Rear Shock Mounts (#JRDRP) are replacable. Simply disassemble the shocks and mounts, replace the bushings, and reassemble. On the JTD909 the shock mount doesn't even have to be removed from the chassis. This set includes enough bushings to replace bushings on both the left and right mounts (4 total).